Where does the digestion of food primarily begin in the human body?

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A Stomach
B Small intestine
C Mouth
D Food pipe

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Answer: C. Mouth

Digestion begins in the mouth where teeth break down food mechanically and saliva (containing enzymes) breaks down carbohydrates chemically, starting the digestive progress.

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